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Dr. Francesca Medina

Blood Sugar, Hormones & Gut Health... Can One Supplement Do It All?

Published 3 months ago • 3 min read

Nature’s Metformin? Why I Recommend Berberine

Hello Reader,

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If you’ve ever struggled with energy crashes, irregular cycles, stubborn weight, or digestive issues… berberine might be worth a look.

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Nicknamed “nature’s metformin,” this plant compound has been used in traditional medicine for centuries, and now modern research backs up its benefits for:

🌿 Blood sugar & cravings – fewer spikes and crashes
🌿 Hormone balance (especially PCOS) – more regular cycles, clearer skin
🌿 Gut health – supports a healthy microbiome & eases bloating
🌿 Metabolism & weight support – activates your body’s “metabolic master switch”

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It’s not a magic pill, but when paired with a healthy lifestyle, berberine can be a game-changer. I often recommend it for patients who need extra support with blood sugar, hormones, or digestion.

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👉 My go-to choice is Mineral Moon’s Berberine—clean, effective, and backed by research. Bonus: you get 20% off with my code: DRFRANCESCA.

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If you want to learn more about berberine, check out my latest article where I talk about:
🌿 What berberine is (and how it works in the body)
🌿 Who it helps most (with a real patient case example)
🌿 How it compares to metformin
🌿 FAQs + lifestyle tips to make it even more effective

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In health,

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FREE Educational Guides

Unsure where to begin with your hormones?

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Start with my easy to follow ebook Balance your Hormones & Energy that has some of the same tips I give my patients.

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✅ How blood sugar affects your energy, weight, skin, and cycle
✅ Blood sugar-friendly meals that keep hormones happy
✅ Lifestyle hacks (plus product recs!) to keep blood sugar stable all day long
✅ Testing recommendations to discuss with your doctor

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Every small swap makes a difference! These are the exact products I use and recommend to my patients for a low-tox, high-vibe lifestyle.

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Although I am a doctor, I may not be your doctor. The information contained within the pages of this site is for educational purposes only and should not be used to treat conditions. Please consult with your doctor before implementing any of the treatments, diets, supplements, etc. mentioned in this newsletter.

Just a little note before we dive in: some of the links in this post/newsletter are affiliate links. That means if you decide to try something through them, it helps support my work at no extra cost to you, so I can keep sharing tips, recipes, and resources you find helpful! For the full scoop, check out my ​Affiliate Disclosure​.

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